88°
Partly Sunny
5%
80
Miami-Dade County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
The southern tip of Key Biscayne — a 400-acre state park anchored by the 1825 Cape Florida Lighthouse (oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade). A mile of palm-fringed beach, the Boater's Grill restaurant on No Name Harbor, and the Lighthouse Café right on the sand. Designated as part of the Florida National Scenic Trail.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
89°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 101. Southeast wind around 13 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 84. Southeast wind around 15 mph.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 89°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
76 /100
great
75 Swim
73 Sunbathe
83 Walk
81 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.0 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
SE
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
89°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
8:13 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:46 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:08 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:17 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:38 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 1:49 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 7:59 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:05 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 8:29 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:42 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 8:48 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:52 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 9:18 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 3:35 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 9:38 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:41 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:08 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 4:30 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:29 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:01 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:28 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:24 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:54 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:22 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723214, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Mostly Sunny
11%
73
89°
Mostly Sunny
14%
71
89°
Sunny
5%
75
89°
Sunny
9%
78
89°
Sunny
9%
78
89°
Sunny
14%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 89°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Major
4:10 PM - 6:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot included in park entry; multiple lots near the beach, lighthouse, and harbor.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome in picnic areas, sea wall, bike and hiking trails. Not allowed on the beach, in the lighthouse area, or in the restaurants.
Entry Fee
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Address
1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park today?
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome in picnic areas, sea wall, bike and hiking trails. Not allowed on the beach, in the lighthouse area, or in the restaurants.
Is there an entry fee at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Are there lifeguards at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
Amenities at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park include restrooms, showers, two restaurants, lighthouse tours, bike trails, kayak rentals, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park located?
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is in Miami-Dade County, FL, at 1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS